Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 101637

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Description This capstone unit requires students to write a 5,000 word comprehensive research report on a local or international urban planning issue. Students will select a research topic of individual interest, and work to assemble a range of evidence to address the research question. This facilitates an opportunity for students to apply their skills and knowledge acquired in the Master's program, through a high level of work and quality engagement in an authentic and professional context.

School Social Sciences

Discipline Environmental Studies, Not Elsewhere Classified.

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp

Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject

Equivalent Subjects LGYA 1299 - Urban Management Placement Thesis

Restrictions

Students must be enrolled in a postgraduate program.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

1. Formulate a successful research proposal for independent research
2. Demonstrate knowledge and critical analysis skills in the production of a literature review
3. Identify an appropriate research method to address the particular research question, and assemble a range of evidence to address it.
4. Apply their skills and knowledge in a sustained program of research writing
5. Produce a clear report of the outcomes of the research project, based on application of the skills and knowledge acquired

Subject Content

Write a Research Proposal that frames a research question and indicates an appropriate research method by which to address it.
Undertake an independent research project under the supervision of an academic supervisor.